1979 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1968 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1979 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Fiat Ritmo (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 154 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Ritmo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Toyota Corolla (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat Ritmo | 1968 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Ritmo | Corolla |
Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2290 mm |